Brightline West now expecting to launch in December 2028

Documents for bond offering indicate operations won’t begin in time for LA Olympics

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LAS VEGAS — Brightline West no longer expects to launch operations in time to capitalize on visitors to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, according to a company bond offering.

KTNV-TV reports that the 1,200 pages of documents related to that bond offering indicate that passenger service is now likely to begin in December 2028.

The bond offering is aiming to raise about $2.5 billion through the bond offering for the estimated $12.4 billion project. The company and Federal Railroad Administration have already signed off on a $3 billion federal grant [see “FRA finalizes …,” Trains News Wire, Sept. 26, 2024].

While the company has yet to finalize its ticketing strategy, the documents project the average one-way fare will be $119, or $133 for a premium ticket.

Exciting news for train travel enthusiasts! Brightline West, the high-speed rail project connecting Las Vegas to Southern California, is now expecting to launch in December 2028. The project, which has been in the works for several years, will offer a convenient and efficient way for passengers to travel between these popular destinations.

With speeds of up to 200 miles per hour, Brightline West will significantly reduce travel time between Las Vegas and Southern California, providing a sleek and modern alternative to driving or flying. The project is expected to transform the way people move between these two regions, offering a more sustainable and enjoyable travel experience.

Stay tuned for more updates on Brightline West as the launch date approaches. Get ready to hop aboard and experience the future of high-speed rail travel in the United States! #BrightlineWest #HighSpeedRail #TravelRevolution

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